Stefanus Nashama Minister of Trade and Industrialization , Lucia Iipumbu, has expressed concern related to sustainable enetrprises, labour rights and the equitable distribution of economic benefits in Namibia. “We must consider all social implications of Special Economic Zones (SEZs), ensuring that the economic benefits are shared equitably among all segments of society. “The SEZ Bill...
September 9, 2024
Tag: development
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Let’s develop’ is not a slogan; it is the catalyst for Namibia’s development
By Dr. John SteytlerDevelopment Bank Chief Executive Just over 6 months ago, I embarked on the challenging journey as the new CEO of the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN). A position I was honored to have been selected for. My predecessors Mr. David Nuyoma, DBN’s founding CEO, and former CEO Mr. Martin Inkumbi, certainly left...
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The Role of Civil Societies and Urban Development – Windhoek Observer
Urban development in Namibia stands at a critical juncture, with the nation striving to balance economic progress with social equity and environmental sustainability. At the heart of this dynamic lies the indispensable role of civil societies, whose influence and actions, exemplified by organizations like the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia, the Namibia Housing Action Group,...
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Walvis Bay Mayor urges support for development of new township, Farm 37
Walvis Bay Mayor Trevino Forbes is calling on the business community, as well as those in the education, police, hospitals, and religious sectors, to assist the council in bringing much-needed services closer to residents of Farm 37. Farm 37, better known among residents as Green Valley, was officially proclaimed a new township, following Narraville, which...
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Karibib economic growth and development
The Chairperson of the Karibib Town Council, Lazarus Kanelombe, shared the town’s journey of economic growth and development before and after independence. Karibib is located on the main road between the capital city of Windhoek and the coastal town of Swakopmund, about 100km west of Okahandja. Karibib exists today mostly due to the railway development...
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Erongo Council Chair on importance of development mandate
By Adolf Kaure. At the recent monthly meeting of the Erongo Regional Council, the Chair, Hon Benitha Imbamba said their mandate to plan and develop the region in a sustainable manner for the benefit of the people, is key. This comes after the 2023 Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) Housing and Population Census reported that the...
